Chief Justice Iftikhar Muhammad Chaudhry on Saturday performed soft opening of Supreme Court Museum on the second day of the National Judicial Conference at a simple yet impressive ceremony. It was attended by judges of Supreme Court, Chief Justice of Federal Shariat Court, Chief Justices and judges of all high courts of Pakistan, senior and renowned lawyers and delegates of India.
Talking to the participants, CJP said that Justice Tassaduq Hussain Jillani floated the idea of setting up of a museum and now Jillani along with Justice Nasir-ul-Mulk is overseeing the execution of the project. Justice Nasir-ul-Mulk also briefed the participants about the concept of the museum.
The Supreme Court of Pakistan has decided to establish an archival museum to preserve and project the judicial history of the country and the evolution of the apex court. This museum will enhance greater public understanding and appreciation of the legal and judicial institution of the Country. It will collect the rich history of Pakistan Judiciary and Law, share it with a diverse audience through a variety of programs, and preserve it for future generations.
At the initial stage, museum houses a car which was in the use of Justice AR Cornelius, former Chief Justice of Pakistan donated by Justice Jawwad S Khawaja - personal belongings of former Chief Justice Yaqoob Ali donated by his son Justice Yawar Ali, Judge Lahore High Court and religious books on Christianity donated by Pakistan Bible Society, Lahore.
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